Physics, B.A.

The bachelor of arts in physics is a flexible program intended to provide students with a rigorous background in all of the physics core subjects of study included in the bachelor of science program. With fewer required credit hours, however, the B.A. in physics program is well-suited for students who wish to pursue disciplines in both the sciences and humanities or for pre-professional students.  To meet the requirements of the physics major, all required and elective courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better.

Degree Requirements

Requirements for a B.A. in Physics

PHY 205	General Physics with Calculus I	4
PHY 205L	General Physics with Calculus I Laboratory	0
PHY 206	General Physics with Calculus II	4
PHY 206L	General Physics with Calculus II Laboratory	0
PHY 280	Mathematical Methods for Physics	4
PHY 307	Modern Physics	4
PHY 320	Classical Mechanics	4
PHY 340	Electricity and Magnetism	4
PHY 360	Quantum Mechanics	4
PHY 430	Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics	4
PHY 450	Physics Seminar	2
MAT 260	Calculus I	4
MAT 261	Calculus II	4
MAT 262	Calculus III	4
MAT 300	Differential Equations	4
	Two additional PHY or AST courses above the 300-level	8
Total Credit Hours:		58

Total Credit Hours: 58